The popularity of organic food seems to be on a constant rise for the past few years. Apart from being healthier and tastier, it’s also far more sustainable. Organic food has a much lower carbon footprint, it contains no artificial flavours, colours and additives that are harmful to the body and nature. Although our mothers are a fan of ‘desi andaay’ they often ignore the organic section at the grocery stores due to the big price tags Here’s a list of local online shops introducing organic food essentials for relatively affordable prices
1. According to research naturally occurring saturated fats such as Desi Ghee has countless health benefits
Harvest (@harvestpakistan) is an online grocery store that stocks organic foods such as pure desi ghee. They use cow’s milk to make butter-based organic Desi Ghee The process of which is simple, they melt fresh butter until it separates into liquid fats and milk solids. These milk solids are then removed to ensure the ghee has less lactose than the butter. Typically, their desi ghee is made from cow’s milk. They’ve priced 450g jar at Rs. 1,550. Get it now here!
2. Jam is high in sugars, but providing it is good quality and natural, it may also be a nutritious source of vitamins
The founder shares his culinary journey through Bouquet Garni’s (@bouquet__garni). They had an agenda to create a jam that was organic, good for diabetes, preservatives free and also good for the kids. Their jams come in strawberry and mint, cherry, mango and sour plum flavours. Customers can get these jams in Diabetic-friendly and Keto-friendly forms as well. Their jars are priced at Rs. 600 and are now available at Baked (@baked_lahore), The Organic Shop (@instaorganicshop) and Food Forest (@foodforesrgrocers). Check their profile here!
3. Artificial colours present in store-bought sauces can cause allergic reactions
The Sauce Company (@tsauceco) is passionate about making sauces that are real and flavourful. They are the first high-end producer of mustard and chilli sauces in Pakistan. They promise not to use any gluten, dairy, nuts, gelatin, artificial sweeteners and flavours and soy in their products. Some of the available sauces include Dragon Chilli Oil, Fiery Red Chilli, Honey Mustard, Wasabi Mustard and more. Top your plain foods with flavoursome and all-natural sauces with a starting price of Rs. 500. Order yours here!
4. Setting a cheese board is much more fun if the cheese is 100% natural
Karacheese (@karacheese) has been making cheese since 2014 and have successfully made over 30 to 40 varieties of international cheeses that deliver all over Karachi. All of their cheeses are made using hormone-free, chemical-free & preservative-free milk & Halal, vegetarian rennet. Some of the cheeses in stock include cheddar, mozzarella, halloumi and stilton blue. Prices start from Rs. 250. Order here!
5. Processed cheese is high in calories and salt that can lead to obesity and hypertension.
The founder of The Artisan Cheese Factory (@theartisancheesefactory) is a self-taught cheesemaker. They deliver organic cheese in its truest form, all around Lahore. Each batch is freshly made without any processing. The variety of options include burrata, pizza mozzarella, halloumi, nacho cheese, herb and garlic gouda and shredded cheddar. They do super cheese deals which is an assortment of their best selling cheese. The price of the super cheese deals starts from Rs. 2,000. Check them out here!
6. Organic oils and vinegar have more nutritional value than store-bought products
The Soul Food Company (@soulfoodpk) is on a mission to grow and source natural and organic products and bring them right to your doorstep. The company started off as a bet between two friends one of whom believed that Pakistan is not a market for organic and farm-fresh products. Along with an array of products, they do oils and vinegar. Their range of vinegar and oil includes apple cider vinegar, almond oil, avocado oil, castor oil, coconut oil and many more. All of their oils are cold-pressed in a machine. The pressure exerted extracts the oil which is 100% pure and contains natural fibres. Prices of their products start from Rs. 350. Click here to visit their website!
7. A study conducted showed that up to 76% of the honey available in the markets is fake
HibaLife’s (@thehibalife) makes cold extracted organic multi flower honey. Their products blend the wisdom of the Sunnah with the freshest of organic ingredients. They are popular for their flavoured honey that comes in chocolate, orange and vanilla flavours. Their plain honey has a floral aroma, with a light texture that varies by season depending on the dominant flower in bloom at the time of harvest. Their Honey Delight Combo contains all three types and costs Rs. 750. Click here to buy!
8. Some spice brands add impurities like sawdust and powdered bran in their spices
Organic spices by Amna’s Natural and Organics’ (@amnaorganics) are free from any such impurities. The inspiration for natural & organic food brand arose from the founder’s conscious awareness for health and well-being. They have a bunch of spices and herbs including quinoa, moringa oleifera leaf powder, senna leaves, saffron, garlic powder, garam masala and many many more. Currently, all their products are on sale. Buy now here!
9. Most of the tea brands use plastic in their packaging that can’t be recycled
Teazuro (@teazuro) searches for the finest teas, flowers and herbs and meticulously cup out each ingredient, carefully selecting each element of the blend. They craft teas that are 100% organic and adhere to international regulations while making them. They have a range of herbal teas, black teas, green teas, wellness teas, white teas and oolong teas. Customers can try their small sampler box for Rs. 250. Get it now here!